russet

Example Sentences

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But for some, the true treat will turn out to be the classic oval or oblong-shaped russet spud, good for baking, frying or just plain admiring.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 30, 2025

Continued warm weather meant autumn came late this year, but it brought an explosion of colour with some spectacular displays ranging from gold through to russet red, like here on the Wallington Estate in Northumberland.

From BBC • Dec. 26, 2024

The cost of eggs rose year-over-year by 124% in February while russet potato prices only increased 59% over the same period, according to the latest federal statistics.

From Washington Times • Apr. 5, 2023

Potatoes, which include white, yellow, red, blue/purple and russet varieties, are rich in vitamin C — at various points in history, they may have prevented scurvy — and are better sources of potassium than bananas.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 12, 2022

On the sea Carl’s blond hair had gone russet colored.

From "Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel" by David Guterson